If you have been unfortunate enough to be involved in a car accident, it can be easy to get caught up in the moment and be confused as to what you should do. If you have just been in an accident, make sure you avoid the following mistakes that could hurt you in the future when the time comes to seek compensation for injuries and property damage.
Stating Anything other than the Facts
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With winter on the way, it's time to start thinking about those icy sidewalks in front of the stores. The icy conditions can be particularly hazardous to walk on, especially if they're not properly cared for. To help reduce your chances of a slip and fall accident this year, the best thing you can do is always wear slip-resistant shoes whenever you head to the store. However, even your slip-resistant shoes won't offer 100% protection on a sidewalk that hasn't been cleared of ice and snow.
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For those hurt by another driver's carelessness, you may be getting a few phone calls from the insurance company sooner or later. These calls and how well you deal with them can mean more to your case than you might have thought, and it pays to be prepared ahead of time. Read on to learn more about the reason for the calls and how you can play it safe and not harm your chances for compensation.
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Many accidents are simple fender benders, so you exchange information with the other driver and then let the insurance companies pay any claim that is necessary. If the claims are small, the fault of the accident is clear, and the accident does not involve any injuries, there may be no need to involve an attorney. However, the following are a few situations when you need to contact a lawyer.
You were denied your claim
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When you get injured in a wreck you probably have two important goals: to get your life back to normal again and to be paid compensation from the at-fault driver. The process involved in getting paid the money damages you deserve can be long, but you should realize that you may be offered a settlement at almost any time from the moment of the wreck all the way up to the court's final judgment.
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